White House says it will not send any high-level officials to COP30 climate talks
• Nov 1, 2025, 8:36 PM
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A White House official on Saturday said that the United States will not send any top officials to the COP30 climate talks in Brazil later this month, as President Donald Trump instead works to boost fossil fuels. Brazil said Friday that fewer than 60 world leaders have confirmed they will attend the climate summit.
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• 7:26 PM
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To peat, or not to peat? Scotch whisky's iconic ingredient at heart of climate concerns
• 3:10 PM
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In Scotland, whisky production is facing growing criticism over its environmental impact.Many distilleries still burn peat, a soil-like material that gives whisky its signature smoky flavour. But those same peat bogs are also vital carbon sinks, storing
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